Administrative Manual_Updated_05-20-2021
Administrative Manual
For the New Hanover County Unified Development Ordinance
Updated: 05-2021
CONTENTS
I. Overview 1
How to Use This manual 1
Current Version of Manual 2
Contact Information 2
II. Application Review Timelines 3
III. Fees 6
IV. Applications 8
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I. OVERVIEW
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This manual serves as the Administrative Manual for the New Hanover County Unified Development
Ordinance (UDO). It provides information needed to complete and submit development applications
identified in the UDO, including application fees, deadlines for submitting applications, and an index that
links to individual application forms (each application form includes a checklist of submittal requirements).
Users of this manual are encouraged to consult Article 10 of the UDO as they prepare to submit development
applications. Article 10 sets out the review procedure for each type of application, identifying the review
bodies that make recommendations and decisions on the application and the standards for making a decision
on the application.
The county uses the COAST portal for the submittal and processing of development applications. This portal
can be accessed at nhcgov.com/coast. The table below identifies the COAST portal processes required for
the applications identified in the UDO.
UDO APPLICATION TYPE UDO SECTION COAST PORTAL PROCESS(ES)
Text Amendment 10.3.1 Plans: NHC Text Amendment-Ordinance
Zoning Map Amendment 10.3.2 Plans: NHC Rezoning-Map Amendment
Conditional Zoning 10.3.3 Plans: NHC Rezoning-Conditional Zoning District
Master Planned Development 10.3.4
Plans: NHC Rezoning-Planned Development
Plans: NHC Rezoning-Riverfront Mixed Use District
Plans: NHC Rezoning-Conditional Zoning District (for UMXZ)
Special Use Permit 10.3.5 Plans: NHC Special Use Permit-Simple Residential
Plans: NHC Special Use Permit-Standard
Site Plan—Major 10.3.6(D) Plans: NHC Commercial Site Application
Site Plan—Minor 10.3.6(E) Plans: NHC Commercial Site Application
Preliminary Plan—Major
Subdivision 10.3.7(D)(1) Plans: NHC Major Subdivision Preliminary Plan-Commercial
Plans: NHC Major Subdivision Preliminary Plans-Residential
Construction Plans—Major
Subdivision*
*No application form required
10.3.7(D)(2)
Plans: NHC Major Subdivision Construction Plan-Commercial
Plans: NHC Major Subdivision Construction Plan-Residential
Final Plat—Major Subdivision 10.3.7(D)(3) Plans: NHC Major Subdivision Final Plat-Commercial
Plans: NHC Major Subdivision Final Plat-Residential
Minor Subdivision Plat 10.3.7(E) Plans: NHC Minor Subdivision-Commercial
Plans: NHC Minor Subdivision-Residential
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UDO APPLICATION TYPE UDO
SECTION COAST PORTAL PROCESS(ES)
Zoning Compliance Approval
(included as part of building
permit process if required)
10.3.8
Permits: NHC Commercial Accessory New
Permits: NHC Commercial Building Addition
Permits: NHC Commercial Building Addition Minor
Permits: NHC Commercial Building Permit Application
Permits: NHC Commercial Change of Use
Permits: NHC Commercial Signs & Billboards
Permits: NHC Commercial Zoning Permit
Permits: NHC Residential Accessory New
Permits: NHC Residential Addition
Permits: NHC Residential Building New Single-Family Residence
Permits: NHC Residential Building Permit Application
Permits: NHC Residential Single Family Home
Setup/Relocation
Permits: NHC Residential Zoning Permit
Tree Removal Permit 10.3.9 Plans: NHC Tree Removal Permit
Floodplain Development Permit 10.3.10 N/A — submit to NHC Department of Planning & Land Use
Variance - Zoning
and Subdivision 10.3.11 Plans: NHC Variance
Variance - Floodplain 10.3.12 Plans: NHC Variance
Reasonable Accommodation 10.3.13 Plans: NHC Group Home Special Exception
Appeal of Administrative
Decision 10.3.14 Plans: NHC Appeal
Interpretation
10.3.15 N/A — submit to NHC Department of Planning & Land Use
per application
CURRENT VERSION OF MANUAL
The Administrative Manual may be revised from time to time to include updated information (e.g., to
replace the previous year’s application submittal deadlines for the new year’s). Users of this manual are
encouraged to contact the New Hanover County Planning & Land Use Department at 910-798-7165 to
ensure they are using the most up-to-date version. The version of the manual is shown on the cover and at
the bottom of each page.
CONTACT INFORMATION
New Hanover County Department of Planning & Land Use
230 Government Center Dr., Suite 110
Wilmington, NC 28403
910-798-7465
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II. APPLICATION REVIEW TIMELINES
PLANNING BOARD & BOARD OF COMMISSIONER SUBMISSION DEADLINES & CORRESPONDING
MEETING DATES
The table below identifies dates by which complete applications for text amendments, zoning map amendments,
conditional zoning, master planned development, and special use permits must be submitted to be reviewed at
the meetings indicated. Submission deadlines and corresponding meeting dates for Intensive Industry Special
Use Permit applications are listed on the next page.
1ST SUBMITTAL DEADLINE OF THE
MONTH PLANNING BOARD (PB) MEETING BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
(BOC) MEETING
(REZONING, SUP, AND TEXT AMENDMENT APPLICATIONS)
January 4 February 4 March 1
February 1 March 4 April 5
March 1 April 1 May 3
April 1 May 6 June 7
May 3 June 3 July 12
June 1 July 8 August 2
July 1 August 5 September 7^
August 2 September 2 October 4
September 1 October 7 November 1
October 1 November 4 December 6
November 1 December 2 January 4, 2022
December 1 January 6, 2022 February 7, 2022
January 3, 2022 February 3, 2022 March 7, 2022
Tentative Dates are Shown in Italics
- SUP applications for mobile
homes do not require Planning
Board consideration and are
scheduled for the following
month's BOC meeting from the
submittal deadline
^ Tuesday Meeting
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INTENSIVE INDUSTRY SUP
SUBMITTAL DEADLINE PLANNING BOARD (PB) MEETING BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
(BOC) MEETING
January 13 March 4 April 5
February 11 April 1 May 3
March 17 May 6 June 7
April 14 June 3 July 12
May 18 July 8 August 2
June 16 August 5 September 7^
July 15 September 2 October 4
August 18 October 7 November 1
September 16 November 4 December 6
October 11 December 2 January 4, 2022
November 11 January 6, 2022 February 7, 2022
December 9 February 3, 2022 March 7, 2022
January 12, 2022 March 3, 2022 April 4, 2022
Tentative Dates are Shown in Italics ^ Tuesday Meeting
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BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT SUBMISSION DEADLINES & CORRESPONDING MEETING DATES
The table below identifies dates by which complete applications for variances, appeals, and reasonable
accommodations must be submitted to be reviewed at the meetings indicated. Cells with tentative dates
are shaded gray.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION DEADLINES & CORRESPONDING MEETING DATES
APPLICATION SUBMISSION DEADLINE
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING DATE
January 5, 2021 January 26, 2021
February 1, 2021 February 23, 2021
March 2, 2021 March 23, 2021
April 6, 2021 April 27, 2021
May 4, 2021 May 25, 2021
June 1, 2021 June 22, 2021
July 6, 2021 July 27, 2021
August 3, 2021 August 24, 2021
September 7, 2021 September 28, 2021
October 5, 2021 October 26, 2021
October 26, 2021 November 9, 2021*
November 16, 2021 December 7, 2021*
* The submittal deadlines for the November and December BOA meetings are the dates of October 15
(November meeting) and November 15 (December meeting) respectively.
Unless otherwise posted, the New Hanover County Zoning Board of Adjustment meets on the fourth
Tuesday of each month at 5:30pm in the Lucie Harrell Conference Room at the New Hanover County
Government Center, 230 Government Center Drive, Wilmington, NC.
Any person requesting information regarding a case should contact the New Hanover County Planning
and Land Use Department at (910) 798-7116. Zoning Board of Adjustment hearings are quasi-judicial
hearings, open to the public. Persons with standing may give evidence and sworn testimony.
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TECHNICAL REVIEW COMMITTEE SUBMISSION DEADLINES & CORRESPONDING MEETING
DATES
The table below identifies dates by which complete applications for subdivision plats, construction plans,
and major site plans must be submitted to be reviewed at the meetings indicated.
1ST SUBMITTAL DEADLINE
OF THE MONTH
TECHNICAL REVIEW
COMMITTEE (TRC) MEETING
2ND SUBMITTAL DEADLINE
OF THE MONTH
TECHNICAL REVIEW
COMMITTEE (TRC) MEETING
January 4 February3 January 15 February 17
February 1 March 3 February 15 March 17
March 1 April 7 March 15 April 21
April 1 May 5 April 15 May 19
May 3 June 2 May 17 June 16
June 1 July 7 June 15 July 21
July 1 August 4 July 15 August 18
August 2 September 1 August 16 September 15
September 1 October 6 September 15 October 20
October 1 November 3 October 15 November 17
November 1 December 1 November 15 December 15
December 1 N/A – No Meeting December 15 January 19, 2022
January 3, 2022 February 2, 2022 January 17 February 16, 2022
Tentative Dates are Shown in Italics
1. Applicants may request to discuss conceptual plans at a TRC meeting prior to submitting an official application.
2. All regularly scheduled meetings are held on Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m. in the New Hanover County Government Center, 230
Government Center Drive unless otherwise noted.
3. TRC review comments will be emailed to applicants prior to the scheduled meeting date.
4. New Hanover County’s development regulations and long-range plans can be found online at NHCgov.com.
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III. FEES
The table below lists the fees required for services related to the review of development applications set
out in the UDO, as well as fees pertaining to the enforcement of the UDO. Fees in the table were adopted
by the Board of County Commissioners to be effective July 1, 2020 through June 31, 2021. The full current
New Hanover County fee scheduled can be found at finance.nhcgov.com under Forms & Fees.
SERVICE FEE AMOUNT
Rezoning - General $500 less than 5 acres - $600 more than 5 acres
Rezoning - Conditioned Zoning $600 less than 5 acres - $700 more than 5 acres
Continuances:
Prior to Advertisement $0 Planning Board - $100 County Commissioners
After Advertisement $300 Planning Board and County Commissioners
Special Use Permit $250 Single Resident - $500 all other
Text Amendments $400 per application - $600 Land Use Plan
Board of Adjustment $400 per application
Zoning Letter of Verification $25
Subdivision Review:
Conventional $300 per preliminary
Performance & High Density $20 per lot final
Traffic Calming Preliminary Site Plans $300
Street/Easement Closure $1,000
Street Naming $250 + cost of sign
Mobile Home Park $250 per preliminary - $20 per final space
Zoning Enforcement Fees:
Final - Flood:
Residential $25
Commercial $45
Tree Inspection $45
Tree Mitigation $200 per caliper inch
Zoning Only Permit:
Residential $25
Commercial $45
Commercial Final $45
Publications:
Zoning Ordinance $15
Subdivision Regulations $5
Mobile Home & Travel Trailer Park $3
Historic Architecture of NHC $6
Low Impact Development Manual $10
Community Plans $15
Postage & Handling $5
Copies:
Letter black/white $0.10
Letter color $1
Legal black/white $0.25
Legal color $1.50
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SERVICE FEE AMOUNT
Tabloid black/white $1
Tabloid color $2
Black/white large plotter maps $10
Zoning Maps $10
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IV. APPLICATIONS
Application forms for each of the development applications set out in the UDO are submitted as described
in Section I above. The table below provides a hyperlinked reference to each application form, which may
be downloaded, completed, saved, and submitted. Application forms may also be printed, scanned, and
uploaded from this document.
UDO APPLICATION TYPE UDO SECTION LOCATION OF APPLICATION FORM ON
COUNTY WEBSITE
Text Amendment 10.3.1
planning.nhcgov.com/currentplanning-and-
zoning/applications-ordinances/
Zoning Map Amendment 10.3.2
Conditional Zoning 10.3.3
Master Planned Development 10.3.4
Special Use Permit 10.3.5
Site Plan—Major 10.3.6(D)
Site Plan—Minor 10.3.6(E)
Preliminary Plan—Major Subdivision 10.3.7(D)(1)
Construction Plans—Major Subdivision 10.3.7(D)(2)
Final Plat—Major Subdivision 10.3.7(D)(3)
Minor Subdivision Plat 10.3.7(E)
Zoning Compliance Approval
(included as part of building
permit process if required)
10.3.8
Tree Removal Permit 10.3.9
Floodplain Development Permit 10.3.10
Variance-Zoning and Subdivision 10.3.11
Variance-Floodplain 10.3.12
Reasonable Accommodation 10.3.13
Appeal of Administrative Decision 10.3.14
Interpretation 10.3.15
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Text Amendment Application – Updated 02-2020
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
UDO TEXT AMENDMENT APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of a text amendment application submitted through the county’s online
COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the flowchart
below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in reviewing the
application, are set out in Section 10.3.1 of the Unified Development Ordinance.
Public Hearing Procedures
(Optional)
Pre-Application
Conference
Community Information Meeting
1
Application
Submittal &
Acceptance
2
Planning
Director Review
& Staff Report
3
Public Hearing
Scheduling &
Notification
4
Planning Board
Hearing &
Recom-
mendation
5
Board of
Commissioners
Hearing &
Decision
6
Post-Decision
Limitations and
Actions
1. Applicant Information
Name
Company
Address
City, State, Zip
Phone
Email
Application Tracking Information (This section completed by staff)
Case Number: Date/Time received: Received by:
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2. Proposed Amendment
Current Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Article:
Current UDO Section(s) and Subsection(s):
Proposed amendment to the above section(s)/subsection(s) (attach additional pages if necessary):
Reason for request, citing consistency with 2016 Comprehensive Plan and any other relevant plans,
development trends, problems posed by existing language, etc. (attach additional pages if necessary):
Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the
listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. Applications determined to be
incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review.
Application Checklist Applicant Initial Staff Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Application fee: $400
One copy of ALL documents. Additional hard copies may be required by staff
depending on the size of the document.
3. Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations and obligations of the text amendment
for which I am applying. I certify that this application is complete and that all information presented in this application
is accurate to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
Signature of Applicant(s)
Print Name(s)
If an applicant requests delay of consideration from the Planning Board or Board of County Commissioners before notice has
been sent to the newspaper, the item will be calendared for the next meeting and no fee will be required. If delay is requested
after notice has been sent to the newspaper, the Board will act on the request at the scheduled meeting and are under no
obligation to grant the continuance. If the continuance is granted, a fee in accordance with the adopted fee schedule as
published on the New Hanover County Planning website will be required.
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Zoning Map Amendment Application – Updated 02-2020
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of a zoning map amendment application submitted through the county’s
online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the flowchart
below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in reviewing the
application, are set out in Section 10.3.2 of the Unified Development Ordinance.
Public Hearing Procedures
(Optional)
Pre-Application
Conference
(Optional)
Community
Information
Meeting
1
Application Submittal & Acceptance
2
Planning Director Review & Staff Report
3
Public Hearing Scheduling & Notification
4
Planning Board Hearing & Recom- mendation
5
Board of Commissioners Hearing & Decision
6
Post-Decision Limitations and Actions
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s) Proposed Zoning
District(s)
Future Land Use
Classification
Applicant Tracking Information (This section completed by staff)
Case Number: Date/Time Received: Received by:
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3. Zoning Map Amendment Considerations
Requests for general rezonings do not consider a particular land use but rather all of the uses permitted in the
requested zoning district for the subject property. Rezoning requests must be consistent with the New Hanover
County 2016 Comprehensive Plan and the Unified Development Ordinance. Zoning Map amendments reclassify
the land that is subject of the application to the requested zoning district classification(s) and subjects it to the
development regulations applicable to the district(s).
The applicant must explain, with reference to attached plans (where applicable), how the proposed Zoning Map
amendment meets the following criteria. (attach additional pages if necessary)
1. How would the requested change be consistent with the County’s policies for growth and development, as
described in the 2016 Comprehensive Plan, applicable small area plans, etc.?
2. How would the requested zoning change be consistent with the property’s classification on the 2016
Comprehensive Plan’s Future Land Use Map?
3. What significant neighborhood changes have occurred to make the original zoning inappropriate, or how is
the land involved unsuitable for the uses permitted under the existing zoning?
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4. How will this zoning change serve the public interest?
Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the
listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. Applications determined to be
incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review.
Application Checklist Applicant Initial Staff Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Application fee:
• $500 for 5 acres or less
• $600 for more than 5 acres
Legal description (by metes and bounds) or recorded survey Map Book
and Page Reference of the property requested for rezoning
One (1) hard copy of ALL documents
Acknowledgment and Signatures Form (if applicable)
One (1) digital PDF copy of ALL documents AND plans
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4. Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the limitations and obligations of the Zoning Map amendment
for which I am applying. I understand that the existing Official Zoning Map is presumed to be correct. I certify that
this application is complete and that all information presented in this application is accurate to the best of my
knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions on
my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on my
behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials;
2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments; and
3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with or
arising out of this application.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
If an applicant requests delay of consideration from the Planning Board or Board of County Commissioners before notice has
been sent to the newspaper, the item will be calendared for the next meeting and no fee will be required. If delay is requested
after notice has been sent to the newspaper, the Board will act on the request at the scheduled meeting and are under no
obligation to grant the continuance. If the continuance is granted, a fee in accordance with the adopted fee schedule as
published on the New Hanover County Planning website will be required.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY_____________________
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
CONDITIONAL ZONING APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of a conditional zoning application submitted through the county’s
online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the flowchart
below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in reviewing the
application, are set out in Section 10.3.3 of the Unified Development Ordinance.
Public Hearing Procedures
(Optional)
Pre-Application
Conference
1
Community
Information
Meeting
2
Application
Submittal &
Acceptance
3
Planning
Director Review
& Staff Report
(TRC Optional)
4
Public Hearing
Scheduling &
Notification
5
Planning Board
Hearing &
Recom-
mendation
6
Board of
Commissioners
Hearing &
Decision
7
Post-Decision
Limitations and
Actions
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
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2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s) Future Land Use Classification
3. Proposed Zoning, Use(s), & Narrative
Proposed Conditional Zoning District: Total Acreage of Proposed District:
Please list the uses that will be allowed within the proposed Conditional Zoning District, the purpose of the
district, and a project narrative (attach additional pages if necessary). Note: Only uses permitted in the
corresponding General Use District are eligible for consideration within a Conditional Zoning District.
4. Proposed Condition(s)
Note: Within a Conditional Zoning District, additional conditions and requirements which represent greater
restrictions on the development and use of the property than the corresponding general use district regulations may
be added. These conditions may assist in mitigating the impacts the proposed development may have on the
surrounding community. Please list any conditions proposed to be placed on the Conditional Zoning District below.
Staff, the Planning Board, and Board of Commissioners may propose additional conditions during the review process.
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5. Traffic Impact
Please provide the estimated number of trips generated for the proposed use(s) based off the most recent version of
the Institute of Traffic Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual. A Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) must be completed for
all proposed developments that generate more than 100 peak hour trips, and the TIA must be included with this
application.
ITE Land Use:
Trip Generation Use and Variable (gross floor area, dwelling units, etc.)
AM Peak Hour Trips: PM Peak Hour Trips:
6. Conditional Zoning District Considerations
The Conditional Zoning District procedure is established to address situations where a particular land use would be
consistent with the New Hanover County 2016 Comprehensive Plan and the objectives outlined in the Unified
Development Ordinance and where only a specific use or uses is proposed. The procedure is intended primarily for
use with transitions between zoning districts of dissimilar character where a particular use or uses, with restrictive
conditions to safeguard adjacent land uses, can create a more orderly transition benefiting all affected parties and
the community at-large.
The applicant must explain, with reference to attached plans (where applicable), how the proposed Conditional
Zoning district meets the following criteria.
1. How would the requested change be consistent with the County’s policies for growth and development, as
described in the 2016 Comprehensive Plan, applicable small area plans, etc.
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2. How would the requested Conditional Zoning district be consistent with the property’s classification on the
2016 Comprehensive Plan’s Future Land Use Map.
3. What significant neighborhood changes have occurred to make the original zoning inappropriate, or how is
the land involved unsuitable for the uses permitted under the existing zoning?
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Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the
listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. If an item is not applicable, mark as
“N/A”. Applications determined to be incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review;
Staff will confirm if an application is complete within five business days of submittal.
Application Checklist Applicant Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Application fee:
• $600 for 5 acres or less
• $700 for more than 5 acres
• $300 in addition to base fee for applications requiring TRC review
Community meeting written summary
Traffic impact analysis (if applicable)
Legal description (by metes and bounds) or recorded survey Map Book and Page
Reference of the property requested for rezoning
Conceptual Plan including the following minimum elements:
Tract boundaries and total area, location of adjoining parcels and roads
• Proposed use of land, building areas and other improvements
o For residential uses, include the maximum number, height, and type
of units; area to be occupied by the structures; and/or proposed
subdivision boundaries.
o For non-residential uses, include the maximum square footage and
height of each structure, an outline of the area structures will
occupy, and the specific purposes for which the structures will be
used.
• Proposed transportation and parking improvements; including proposed
rights-of-way and roadways; proposed access to and from the subject site;
arrangement and access provisions for parking areas.
• All existing and proposed easements, required setbacks, rights-of-way, and
buffers.
• The location of Special Flood Hazard Areas.
• A narrative of the existing vegetation on the subject site including the
approximate location, species, and size (DBH) of regulated trees. For site
less than 5 acres, the exact location, species, and sized (DBH) of specimen
trees must be included.
• Approximate location and type of stormwater management facilities
intended to serve the site.
• Approximate location of regulated wetlands.
• Any additional conditions and requirements that represent greater
restrictions on development and use of the tract than the corresponding
general use district regulations or additional limitations on land that may be
regulated by state law or local ordinance
One (1) hard copy of ALL documents and site plan. Additional hard copies may be
required by staff depending on the size of the document/site plan.
One (1) digital PDF copy of ALL documents AND plans
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7. Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the
Conditional Zoning District zoning for which I am applying. I understand that the existing Official Zoning Map is
presumed to be correct. I certify that this application is complete and that all information presented in this
application is accurate to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials;
2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments;
3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application; and
4. Provide written consent to any and all conditions of approval.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
If an applicant requests delay of consideration from the Planning Board or Board of County Commissioners before notice
has been sent to the newspaper, the item will be calendared for the next meeting and no fee will be required. If delay is
requested after notice has been sent to the newspaper, the Board will act on the request at the scheduled meeting and are
under no obligation to grant the continuance. If the continuance is granted, a fee in accordance with the adopted fee
schedule as published on the New Hanover County Planning website will be required.
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY_____________________
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
MASTER PLANNED DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of a master planned development application submitted through the
county’s online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the
flowchart below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in reviewing
the application, are set out in Section 10.3.4 of the Unified Development Ordinance.
Public Hearing Procedures
1
Pre-Application
Conference
2
Community
Information
Meeting
3
Application
Submittal &
Acceptance
4
Planning
Director Review
& Staff Report
(TRC Optional)
5
Public Hearing
Scheduling &
Notification
6
Planning Board
Hearing &
Recom-
mendation
7
Board of
Commissioners
Hearing &
Decision
8
Post-Decision
Limitations and
Actions
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s) Future Land Use Classification
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3. Proposed Zoning, Use(s), & Narrative
Proposed Zoning District: Total Acreage of Proposed District:
Please provide a project narrative, describe the purpose of the master planned development, and list the uses
that will be allowed (attach additional pages if necessary).
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4. Traffic Impact
Please provide the estimated number of trips generated for the project’s proposed maximum density and
intensity based off the most recent version of the Institute of Traffic Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual. A
Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) must be completed for all proposed developments that generate more than 100
peak hour trips, and the TIA must be included with this application.
ITE Land Use:
Trip Generation Use and Variable (gross floor area, dwelling units, etc.)
AM Peak Hour Trips: PM Peak Hour Trips:
5. Master Planned Development Considerations
Please explain how the proposed development meets the following criteria (attach additional pages if
necessary).
1. How would the requested change be consistent with the County’s policies for growth and development, as
described in the 2016 Comprehensive Plan, applicable small area plans, etc.
2. How would the requested development be consistent with the property’s classification on the 2016
Comprehensive Plan’s Future Land Use Map.
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3. How does the proposed master planned development meet the required elements and intent of the proposed
zoning district?
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Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the
listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. Applications determined to be
incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review.
Application Checklist Applicant Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Application fee:
• $600 for 5 acres or less
• $700 for more than 5 acres
• $300 in addition to base fee for applications requiring TRC review
Community meeting written summary
Traffic impact analysis (if applicable)
Legal description (by metes and bounds) or recorded survey Map Book and Page
Reference of the property requested for rezoning
A copy of the title to all land that is part of the proposed master planned
development district to demonstrate unified control
Master Development Plan (MDP) Master Plan including the elements listed on the
attached checklist:
Proposed MDP Terms & Conditions Document specifying
• Conditions related to approval of the application for the master planned
development zoning district classification;
• References to the MDP Master Plan, including any density/intensity
standards, dimensional standards, and development standards;
• Conditions related to the approval of the MDP Master Plan, including any
conditions related to the form and design of development shown in the MDP
Master Plan;
• Provisions addressing how transportation, potable water, wastewater,
stormwater management, and other infrastructure will be provided to
accommodate the proposed development;
• Provisions related to environmental protection and monitoring; and
• Any other provisions relevant and necessary to the development of the
master planned development in accordance with applicable standards and
regulations.
One (1) hard copy of ALL documents AND 5 hard copies of the site plan. Additional
hard copies may be required by staff depending on the size of the document/site
plan.
One (1) digital PDF copy of ALL documents AND plans
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6. Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the
Master Planned Development zoning for which I am applying. I understand that the existing Official Zoning
Map is presumed to be correct. I certify that this application is complete and that all information presented
in this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make
decisions on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby
authorized on my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials;
2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments;
3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with or
arising out of this application; and
4. Provide written consent to any and all conditions of approval.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a
signature is required for each owner of record.
If an applicant requests delay of consideration from the Planning Board or Board of County Commissioners before notice
has been sent to the newspaper, the item will be calendared for the next meeting and no fee will be required. If delay is
requested after notice has been sent to the newspaper, the Board will act on the request at the scheduled meeting and are
under no obligation to grant the continuance. If the continuance is granted, a fee in accordance with the adopted fee schedule
as published on the New Hanover County Planning website will be required.
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Master Planned Development (MPD) Master Plan Requirements Checklist
Requirements for All MPD Districts (UMXZ, RFMU, PD)
Tract boundaries and total area, location of adjoining parcels and roads
General configuration and relationship of the principal elements of the proposed development, including uses,
general building types, density/intensity, pedestrian and vehicular circulation, and public facilities.
Proposed resource protection and open space areas
Development schedule, including proposed phasing
All existing and proposed easements, required setbacks, rights-of-way, and buffering
The location of Special Flood Hazard Areas, if applicable
A narrative of the existing vegetation on the subject site including the approximate location, species, and size (DBH)
of regulated trees. For site less than 5 acres, the exact location, species, and sized (DBH) of specimen trees must be
included.
Requirements for Modifications to Existing EDZD Districts
All applicable information required for All MPD Districts listed above
Map showing location of existing public water and sewer lines, roadway classification, existing or planned bicycle
and pedestrian facilities, schools, parks, employers, and shopping districts within a ½ mile of the outermost project
boundary
Proposed location, size, and type of signage
Inventory of existing environmental, cultural, historical, and natural site attributes
Calculations of the requested density/intensity and documentation supporting the award of points for any density
bonus
Additional Requirements for PD Districts
Identification of the proposed compensating community benefits. They may include, but are not limited to, improved
design, natural preservation, improved connectivity for pedestrians and/or vehicles, mixed-use development, green
building practices, and dedication of land or in-lieu fee contribution.
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Special Use Permit Application – Updated 05-2021
NEW HANOVER COUNTY_____________________
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of a special use permit application submitted through the county’s
online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the flowchart
below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in reviewing the
application, are set out in Section 10.3.5 of the Unified Development Ordinance.
*If the proposed use is classified as intensive industry, the applicant shall conduct a community information meeting in accordance with Section
10.2.3, Community Information Meeting.
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
Public Hearing Procedures
(Optional)
Pre-Application
Conference
1*
Community Information Meeting
2
Application Submittal & Acceptance
3
Planning Director Review & Staff Report
(TRC Optional)
4
Public Hearing Scheduling & Notification
5
Planning Board Preliminary Forum
6
Board of Commissioners Hearing &
Decision
7
Post-Decision Limitations and Actions
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2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s) Future Land Use Classification
3. Proposed Zoning, Use(s), & Narrative
Please list the proposed use(s) of the subject property, and provide the purpose of the special use permit and a
project narrative (attach additional pages if necessary).
4. Proposed Condition(s)
Please note: Within a special use permit proposal, additional conditions and requirements which represent greater
restrictions on the development and use of the property than the corresponding zoning district regulations may be
added. These conditions may assist in mitigating the impacts the proposed development may have on the surrounding
community. Please list any conditions proposed to be included with this special use permit application below. Staff,
the Planning Board, and Board of Commissioners may propose additional conditions during the review process that
meet or exceed the minimum requirements of the Unified Development Ordinance.
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5. Traffic Impact
Please provide the estimated number of trips generated for the proposed use(s) based off the most recent version
of the Institute of Traffic Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual. A Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) must be
completed for all proposed developments that generate more than 100 peak hour trips, and the TIA must be
included with this application.
ITE Land Use:
Trip Generation Use and Variable (gross floor area, dwelling units, etc.)
AM Peak Hour Trips: PM Peak Hour Trips:
6. Criteria Required for Approval of a Special Use Permit
A use designated as a special use in a particular zoning district is a use that may be appropriate in the district, but
because of its nature, extent, and external impacts, requires special consideration of its location, design, and methods
of operation before it can be deemed appropriate in the district and compatible with its surroundings. The purpose is
to establish a uniform mechanism for the review of special uses to ensure they are appropriate for the location and
zoning district where they are proposed.
For each of the four required conclusions listed below, include or attach a statement that explains how any existing
conditions, proposed development features, or other relevant facts would allow the Board of County Commissioners to
reach the required conclusion, and attach any additional documents or materials that provide supporting factual
evidence. The considerations listed under each required conclusion are simply those suggested to help the applicant
understand what may be considered in determining whether a required conclusion can be met. Any additional
considerations potentially raised by the proposed use or development should be addressed.
1. The use will not materially endanger the public health or safety if located where proposed and approved.
Considerations:
• Traffic conditions in the vicinity, including the effect of additional traffic on streets and street intersections, and
sight lines at street intersections with curb cuts;
• Provision of services and utilities, including sewer, water, electrical, garbage collections, fire protection;
• Soil erosion and sedimentation;
• Protection of public, community, or private water supplies, including possible adverse effects on surface waters
or groundwater; or
• Anticipated air discharges, including possible adverse effects on air quality.
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2. The use meets all required conditions and specifications of the Unified Development Ordinance.
3. The use will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting property, or that the use is a public
necessity.
Considerations:
• The relationship of the proposed use and the character of development to surrounding uses and development,
including possible conflicts between them and how these conflicts will be resolved (i.e. buffers, hours of
operation, etc.).
• Whether the proposed development is so necessary to the public health, safety, and general welfare of the
community or County as a whole as to justify it regardless of its impact on the value of adjoining property.
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4. The location and character of the use if developed according to the plan as submitted and approved will be in
harmony with the area in which it is to be located and in general conformity with the New Hanover County
Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
Considerations:
• The relationship of the proposed use and the character of development to surrounding uses and development,
including possible conflicts between them and how these conflicts will be resolved (i.e. buffers, hours of
operation, etc.).
• Consistency with the Comprehensive Plan’s goals, objectives for the various planning areas, its definitions of
the various land use classifications and activity centers, and its locational standards.
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Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the
listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. If an item is not applicable, mark as
“N/A”. Applications determined to be incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review;
Staff will confirm if an application is complete within five business days of submittal.
Application Checklist
Applicant
Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Application fee:
• $500; $250 if application pertains to a residential use (i.e. mobile home,
duplex, family child care home).
Traffic Impact Analysis (if applicable)
Conceptual Site Plan including the following minimum elements:
• Tract boundaries and total area, location of adjoining parcels and roads
• Proposed use of land, structures and other improvements
o For residential uses, this shall include number, height, and type of units;
area to be occupied by each structure; and/or subdivided boundaries.
o For non-residential uses, this shall include approximate square footage
and height of each structure, an outline of the area it will occupy, and
the specific purposes for which it will be used.
• Proposed transportation and parking improvements; including proposed rights-
of-way and roadways; proposed access to and from the subject site;
arrangement and access provisions for parking areas.
• All existing and proposed easements, required setbacks, rights-of-way, and
buffering.
• The location of Special Flood Hazard Areas.
• The approximate location of regulated wetlands.
• A narrative of the existing vegetation on the subject site including the
approximate location, species, and size (DBH) of regulated trees. For site less
than 5 acres, the exact location, species, and sized (DBH) of specimen trees must
be included.
• Any additional conditions and requirements that represent greater restrictions on
development and use of the tract than the corresponding general use district
regulations or additional limitations on land that may be regulated by Federal
or State law or local ordinance.
• Any other information that will facilitate review of the proposed special use
permit (Ref. Section 10.3.5, as applicable)
Applications for uses in the intensive industry category must also submit:
• Community meeting written summary
• A list of any local, state, or federal permits required for use
One (1) hard copy of ALL documents and site plan. Additional hard copies may be
required by staff depending on the size of the document/site plan.
One (1) digital PDF copy of ALL documents AND plans
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7. Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the special use
permit for which I am applying. I understand that the existing Official Zoning Map is presumed to be correct. I
understand that I have the burden of proving that the proposal meets the four required conclusions. I certify that
this application is complete and that all information presented in this application is accurate to the best of my
knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials;
2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments;
3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application; and
4. Provide written consent to any and all conditions of approval.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
The land owner or their attorney must be present for the application at the preliminary forum and public
hearing.
If an applicant requests delay of consideration from the Planning Board or Board of County Commissioners before notice
has been sent to the newspaper, the item will be calendared for the next meeting and no fee will be required. If delay is
requested after notice has been sent to the newspaper, the Board will act on the request at the scheduled meeting and are
under no obligation to grant the continuance. If the continuance is granted, a fee in accordance with the adopted fee schedule
as published on the New Hanover County Planning website will be required.
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Major Site Plan Application – Updated 02-2020
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
SITE PLAN—MAJOR APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of a major site plan application submitted through the county’s online
COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the flowchart
below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in reviewing the
application, are set out in Section 10.3.6(D) of the Unified Development Ordinance.
(Optional)
Pre-Application
Conference
(Optional)
Community
Information
Meeting
1
Application
Submittal &
Acceptance
2
TRC Review &
Decision
Public Hearing
Scheduling &
Notification
Advisory Body
Review & Action
Decision-
Making Body
Review & Action
3
Post-Decision
Limitations and
Actions
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage/Acreage to
be disturbed
Existing Zoning and Use(s) Building Gross Floor Area
Proposed Use(s)
Applicant Tracking Information (This section completed by staff)
Case Number: Date/Time Received: Received by:
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Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the
listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. If an item is not applicable, mark as
“N/A”. Applications determined to be incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review.
Application Checklist Applicant Initial Staff Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Traffic impact analysis (if applicable)
Site Plan including the following elements:
• Tract boundaries and total area, location of adjoining parcels and
roads
• Proposed use of land, structures and other improvements
o For residential uses, this shall include number, height, and
type of units; area to be occupied by each structure; and/or
subdivided boundaries.
o For non-residential uses, this shall include approximate
square footage and height of each structure, an outline of
the area it will occupy, and the specific purposes for which
it will be used.
• Development schedule, including proposed phasing
• Traffic and parking plan; including a statement of impact concerning
local traffic near the tract; proposed right-of-way dedication; plans
for access to and from the tract; location, width, and right-of-way
for internal streets and locations; arrangement and access provisions
for parking areas
• All existing and proposed easements, reservations, required
setbacks, rights-of-way, buffering, and signage
• The location of Special Flood Hazard Areas, if applicable
• The approximate location of US Army Corps of Engineers Clean
Water Act Section 404 wetlands, Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10
wetlands, and wetlands under jurisdiction of the NC Department of
Environmental Quality.
• Location, species, and size (DBH) of regulated trees
• Any other information that will facilitate review of the proposed
major site
One (1) hard copy of ALL documents AND 5 hard copies of the site plan. Additional hard copies may be required by staff depending on the size of the document/site plan.
One (1) digital PDF copy of ALL documents AND plans
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3. Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the major site
plan for which I am applying. I understand that the existing Official Zoning Map is presumed to be correct. I
certify that this application is complete and that all information presented in this application is accurate to the
best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials; and
2. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
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Minor Site Plan Application – Updated 02-2020
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
SITE PLAN—MINOR APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of a minor site plan application submitted through the county’s online
COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the flowchart
below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in reviewing the
application, are set out in Section 10.3.6(E) of the Unified Development Ordinance.
(Optional)
Pre-Application
Conference
(Optional)
Community
Information
Meeting
1
Application
Submittal &
Acceptance
2
Planning
Director Review
& Decision
(TRC Optional)
Public Hearing
Scheduling & Notification
Advisory Body
Review & Action
Decision-
Making Body Review & Action
3
Post-Decision
Limitations and
Actions
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage/Acreage to
be disturbed
Existing Zoning and Use(s) Building Gross Floor Area
Proposed Use(s)
Applicant Tracking Information (This section completed by staff)
Case Number: Date/Time Received: Received by:
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Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the
listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. If an item is not applicable, mark as
“N/A”. Applications determined to be incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review.
Application Checklist Applicant Initial Staff Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Traffic impact analysis (if applicable)
Site Plan including the following elements:
• Tract boundaries and total area, location of adjoining parcels and
roads
• Proposed use of land, structures and other improvements
o For residential uses, this shall include number, height, and
type of units; area to be occupied by each structure; and/or
subdivided boundaries.
o For non-residential uses, this shall include approximate
square footage and height of each structure, an outline of
the area it will occupy, and the specific purposes for which
it will be used.
• Development schedule, including proposed phasing
• Traffic and parking plan; including a statement of impact concerning
local traffic near the tract; proposed right-of-way dedication; plans
for access to and from the tract; location, width, and right-of-way
for internal streets and locations; arrangement and access provisions
for parking areas
• All existing and proposed easements, reservations, required
setbacks, rights-of-way, buffering, and signage
• The location of Special Flood Hazard Areas, if applicable
• The approximate location of US Army Corps of Engineers Clean
Water Act Section 404 wetlands, Rivers and Harbors Act Section 10
wetlands, and wetlands under jurisdiction of the NC Department of
Environmental Quality.
• Location, species, and size (DBH) of regulated trees
• Any other information that will facilitate review of the proposed
major site
One (1) hard copy of ALL documents AND 5 hard copies of the site plan. Additional hard copies may be required by staff depending on the size of the document/site plan.
One (1) digital PDF copy of ALL documents AND plans
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3. Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the minor site
plan for which I am applying. I understand that the existing Official Zoning Map is presumed to be correct. I
certify that this application is complete and that all information presented in this application is accurate to the
best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials; and
2. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
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Preliminary Subdivision Plat – Updated 02-2020
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
PRELIMINARY PLAN—MAJOR SUBDIVISION APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of a subdivision preliminary plan application submitted through the
county’s online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the
flowchart below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in reviewing
the application, are set out in Section 10.3.7(D)(1) of the Unified Development Ordinance.
Public Hearing Procedures
(Optional)
Pre-Application
Conference
1
Community Information Meeting
2
Application Submittal & Acceptance
3
Planning Director Review & Staff Report (TRC Optional)
4
Public Hearing Scheduling & Notification
5
Planning Board Hearing & Recom- mendation
6
Board of Commissioners Hearing & Decision
7
Post-Decision Limitations and Actions
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s)
Applicant Tracking Information (This section completed by staff)
Case Number: Date/Time received: Received by:
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3. Subdivision Type (initial)
Conventional Performance
4. Density Calculations (required for performance subdivisions)
Gross Tract Acreage:
Less: Area in lakes, ponds, or marshes. Areas in Class IV soils as confirmed by Soil & Water
Conservation. (In lieu of subtracting Dorovan, Johnston, and/or Pamlico soils, the developer may
choose to preserve 100% of such areas as conservation space
–
Net Tract Acreage
Multiplied by maximum density for applicable zoning district: X
Total Number of Units Permitted
(net acreage times maximum density for zoning district)
Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the listed
items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. If an item is not applicable, mark as “N/A”.
Applications determined to be incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review.
Applications are reviewed by the County’s Technical Review Committee (TRC), and planning staff will send a copy to
each appropriate agency in advance of the TRC meeting. Written agency comments must be received 3 weeks prior
to the meeting before being placed on the TRC agenda.
You are encouraged to arrange an informal conference with planning staff at least two weeks prior to submitting
an application. By attending this pre-application conference, you will improve your chances of submitting a
complete and acceptable application.
Application Checklist
This application form, completed and signed
Application fee: $300
Applicant
Initial Staff Initial
Site Plan including the elements on the applicable attached checklist
A letter from the appropriate utility provider that water and sewer capacity is available (or
planned) to serve the project as designed.
A letter from Soil & Water Conservation indicating any acreage from Class IV soils on the
property.
A letter from County fire Services approving fire hydrant location and street design.
One (1) hard copy of ALL documents AND 5 hard copies of the site plan. Additional hard copies may be required by staff depending on the size of the document/site plan.
One (1) digital PDF copy of ALL documents AND plans
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5. Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the
preliminary subdivision approval for which I am applying. I understand that the existing Official Zoning Map is
presumed to be correct. I certify that this application is complete and that all information presented in this
application is accurate to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials;
2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments; and
3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
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Site Plan Checklist—Conventional Subdivision
Scale no smaller than 1” = 200 ft.
Detailed vicinity map with north arrow
Title information: Name of designer, engineer, or surveyor
Owner’s name, address, and phone number
Developer (if other than owner) and development name
County/municipal boundaries in area (if applicable)
Existing zoning district
Boundary line of tract to be developed drawn accurately to scale along with bearings and distance dimensions
Topographic relief at two-foot intervals with topo source
Location of right-of-way widths of all streets and easements (and other areas to be dedicated to public use)
Unduplicated street names and subdivision designations
Total acres proposed in development
Location of conservation resource areas
Average lot size, total number of lots
Location of AECs within 575’SA waters (if applicable)
Location of 100-year flood plain (note if not applicable)
Boundaries of all open space areas and acres
Hurricane evacuation plan from barrier islands (if applicable)
Proposed location of planned thoroughfares (if applicable)
Sidewalks, pedestrian easements, and bike routes (if applicable)
Tree retention and landscaping in accordance with UDO Article 5
Approvals of water and sewer by County Engineering and/or Environmental Health
Location of fire hydrants
Block lengths greater than 400’ but less than 1,000’; cul-de-sacs less than 500’ designed to NCDOT standards
Blocks to have two tiers/double frontage lots avoided
Buffer strips (if applicable)
Correct building setback lines
Major street intersections at least 800’ apart
Street jogs greater than 200’
Lots conform to zoning requirements, depth 4 x mean width
Corner lots conform to building lines on both streets
Side lot lines substantially at right angles or radial to street lines
Connections to adjacent streets
Temporary turn-arounds access adjacent property
Approximate location of 404 Wetlands and Section 10 Wetlands
Location of marshes, water courses, ditches, drainage channels, subsurface drainage structures, and proposed method of
disposing of drainage run-off
Location and size of all drainage easements (ditched or piped) whether located within or outside proposed development
Location of sanitary sewers (other than septic tanks), utility easements, storm drainage, new water supplies, connections with
existing systems, & utility easements at least 15’ (if applicable)
Roadway cross-section displaying pavement width, amount ABC, asphalt depth, and drainage design
Typical cross-section drainage ways
Drainage easements not less than 30’ wide with ditch off centered 20’ to 10’
Streets intersect not less than 75 degrees
Traffic Impact Analysis (if applicable)
Street inter-connectivity (index 1.4 or greater)
Barrier, riverine, and estuarine island regulations (if applicable)
Street lights
Significant Tree Survey
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Site Plan Checklist—Performance Subdivision
Scale no smaller than 1” = 200 ft.
Vicinity or location map
Name of designer, engineer, or surveyor
North arrow and date
Owner’s name, address, and phone number
Developer (if other than owner) and development name
Boundary line of tract to be developed drawn accurately to scale along with bearings and distance dimensions
Tax map, block and parcel numbers
Total gross acres in tract
Total acres occupied by all structures including street right-of-way and parking areas
Total acres and boundaries of land lying within the 100-year flood plain and below mean high water mark, plus delineation
of 100-year flood boundary
Boundaries of all open space areas
Location of all existing and proposed structures
Total number of dwelling units to be constructed with number of bedrooms per unit and location of all multiple dwelling units
Location and right-of-way widths of all streets and easements (and other areas to be dedicated to public use)
Location and width of all streets, plus names and designation
Location and description of all recreational areas and facilities
Location of natural features including topographical information (contour interval 2 feet), watercourses, approximate forest
lines, and topo source
Location and size of all proposed utility and drainage facilities
Areas to be maintained by association clearly indicated on plan
20’ setback between attached structures and from peripheral lot lines, 10’ setback between detached structures
Parking complies with Article 5 of Unified Development Ordinance
Conservation Resources Areas identified (COD)
Approximate location of 404 Wetlands and Section 10 Wetlands
Street cross sections with typical marl and asphalt depths
Proposed thoroughfares within area (show location if applicable)
Tree retention and landscaping in accordance with Article 5 of Unified Development Ordinance
Private streets acceptable to County Engineer or public streets acceptable to NCDOT
Total acres submerged land, plat area per dwelling unit, & acreage of open space
Hurricane evacuation plan (if applicable)
Unduplicated development and street names
Names and locations of adjoining subdivisions, streets, adjacent property owners
Roadway cross section and drainage design
Lot lines, lot numbers, and setback lines
Block lengths greater than 400’ but less than 1,000’, cul-de-sacs less than 500’
Street jogs no less than 200’
Street interconnectivity (index 1.4 or greater)
Significant tree survey
Traffic Impact Analysis (if applicable)
Water/Sewer capacity letters
Street lights
Fire hydrant locations
Sidewalk and pedestrian easements
Double frontage lots to be avoided
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
FINAL PLAT—MAJOR SUBDIVISION APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of a subdivision final plat application submitted through the county’s
online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications for applications are outlined
in the flowchart below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in
reviewing the application, are set out in Section 10.3.7(D)(3) of the Unified Development Ordinance.
(Optional)
Pre-Application Conference
(Optional)
Community Information
Meeting
1
Application
Submittal &
Acceptance
2
Planning
Director Review
& Decision
Public Hearing
Scheduling &
Notification
Advisory Body
Review & Action
Decision-
Making Body
Review & Action
3
Post-Decision
Limitations and
Actions
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s)
Applicant Tracking Information (This section completed by staff)
Case Number: Date/Time received: Received by:
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Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the listed
items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. If an item is not applicable, mark as “N/A”.
Applications determined to be incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review.
Applications are reviewed by the County’s Technical Review Committee (TRC), and planning staff will send a copy to
each appropriate agency in advance of the TRC meeting. Written agency comments must be received 3 weeks prior
to the meeting before being placed on the TRC agenda.
You are encouraged to arrange an informal conference with planning staff at least two weeks prior to submitting
an application. By attending this pre-application conference, you will improve your chances of submitting a
complete and acceptable application.
Application Checklist
Applicant
Initial
Staff Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Application fee: $20 per lot or unit; $95 per street sign (if applicable)
Site Plan including the required plat certificates and elements on the applicable attached
checklist
A letter from the North Carolina Department of Transportation approving the construction of
all public roads being platted or a letter from the County Engineer approving the design of
all private streets.
In lieu of an NCDOT basic letter and/or completed infrastructure improvements, a line item
cost estimate may be submitted to the County Engineer for approval. (See Article 6 of the
Unified Development Ordinance.)
If applicable, property owners association covenants detailing road maintenance, common
area, ownership, drainage areas, open space, recreational areas, taxes and insurance must
be submitted to Planning & Land Use for review prior to final plat approval.
One (1) hard copy of ALL documents AND 5 hard copies of the site plan. Additional hard
copies may be required by staff depending on the size of the document/site plan.
One (1) digital PDF copy of ALL documents AND plans
Planning & Land Use cannot release any plat without written confirmation and approval from the reviewing agencies.
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3. Acknowledgement and Signatures
I certify that this application is complete and that all information presented in this application is accurate to the
best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials;
2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments; and
3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
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Final Plat Checklist (check each item to confirm it is included on the site plan)
Required Plat Certificates
Ownership, dedication and jurisdiction disclosure (dated and signed)
Certificate of Accuracy and Mapping (dated and signed)
Water/Sewer Disclaimer statement
Sewer Construction Certificate (if applicable)
CAMA Disclosure (dated and signed by owner, if applicable)
Floodplain Management Disclosure (signed and dated by owner, if applicable)
Private Development Disclosure (signed and dated by owner, if applicable)
Registration/Disclosure Property Owners Association Covenants (if applicable)
Thoroughfare Statement (if applicable)
404 Wetland Certificate (signed by Army Corps of Engineers)
County Engineering Certificate (signed by County Engineer)
CFPUA Certificate
Private Road Certificate
General State Statute Requirements
Size of plat must have a minimum border of 1.5” on the left side and minimum ½” border on all other sides
Plat size not more than 18” x 24”, 21” x 30”, or 24” x 36” and drawn in ink on reproducible Mylar
Title block to include: Owner(s) name, property designation, township, county, state, dates of actual survey, scale or
scale ration, name & address of surveyor preparing plat (project name bottom of plat)
Type north point (True, Grid, or Magnetic), deed book & page reference, detailed vicinity map, adjoining
landowners and streets
Surveyor’s Certificate NCGS 47-30(D) & (11)
Surveyor’s original signature, seal & registration number (no stick backs, computer generated okay)
Control corners in accordance with NCGS 39-32.3
NCDOT Construction Certificate (if roads are public)
Roads designated public or private
USGS Grid Tie (if monument established & within 2,000 ft.)
General Requirements
Final plat submitted within 24 months of preliminary plan
Unduplicated subdivision and street names approved by the County
Owners name and street address on plat
Names and location of adjoining subdivisions
Boundaries properly drawn with all bearings & distances, scale not less than 1” = 100’
Location, purpose, & dimensions of areas used for other than residential (if applicable)
Lots numbered consecutively, lots conform to zoning district
Water & Sewer capacity letter confirmation from CFPUA (or applicable agency)
Floodplain (100-year) displayed (note if not applicable)
404 Wetlands accurately delineated (if applicable, note if applicable)
Construction Plan approval by County Engineering
Sidewalk and transportation improvements
Pedestrian access (if applicable)
Design Criteria
Block lengths greater than 400’ but less than 1,000’
Blocks to have 2 tiers
Buffer strips (if applicable)
Designated conservation resource area with applicable setbacks (if required)
Cul-de-sacs less than 500’, designed minimum NCDOT requirements
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Final Plat Checklist, continued
Major street intersect at least 800’ apart and not less than 75 degrees
Street jogs no less than 200’
Curve data
Stub street improvements, street connectivity as require d
Road improvements/connections to adjacent streets, street lights
Tree mitigation complete (if applicable)
Recreation space (land dedication or fee)
Itemized cost estimate (if improvements not complete)
I certify that all information presented in this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Signature of Property Owner and/or Developer Print Name
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Minor Subdivision Application – Updated 02-2020
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
MINOR SUBDIVISION APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of a minor subdivision application submitted through the county’s online
COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the flowchart
below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in reviewing the
application, are set out in Section 10.2 of the Unified Development Ordinance.
(Optional)
Pre-Application
Conference
(Optional)
Community
Information
Meeting
1
Application
Submittal &
Acceptance
2
Planning
Director Review
& Decision
Public Hearing Scheduling & Notification
Advisory Body Review & Action
Decision- Making Body Review & Action
3
Post-Decision
Limitations and
Actions
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s)
Application Tracking Information (This section completed by staff)
Case Number: Date/Time received: Received by:
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Minor Subdivision Application – Updated 02-2020
A minor subdivision is defined as having no more than five lots. A proposed division of up to five lots can be a
combination of no more than three lots on a 30’ access easement with two lots fronting on an existing platted and
recorded public road. For emergency service delivery, an unduplicated street name may be required.
Minor subdivisions are reviewed by Planning & Land Use, Engineering, and the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority
(CFPUA).
If a proposed plan requires either a well or septic system, the County Environmental Health Department is afforded the
opportunity to comment on the plan.
Stormwater facilities may be required by Engineering depending on the amount of buildable surface proposed.
Public water and sewer facilities may be required by CFPUA depending on the location of the proposed division with
public services.
Application Checklist
Applicant
Initial Staff Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Application fee: $20 per lot/unit
Site Plan including the elements on the applicable attached checklist
One (1) hard copy of ALL documents AND 5 hard copies of the site plan. Additional hard
copies may be required by staff depending on the size of the document/site plan.
One (1) digital PDF copy of ALL documents AND plans
3. Acknowledgement and Signatures
I certify that this application is complete and that all information presented in this application is accurate to the
best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials;
2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments; and
3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
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Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
Minor Subdivision Plat Checklist (check each item to confirm it is included on the site plan)
Required Plat Certificates
Ownership, dedication and jurisdiction disclosure (dated and signed)
Certificate of Registration (unsigned)
Water/Sewer Disclaimer statement
Sewer Construction Certificate (if applicable)
CAMA Disclosure (dated and signed by owner, if applicable)
Floodplain Management Disclosure (signed and dated by owner, if applicable)
Thoroughfare Statement (if applicable)
County Engineering Certificate (signed by County Engineer)
General State Statute Requirements
Size of plat must have a minimum border of 1.5” on the left side and minimum ½” border on all other sides
Plat size not more than 18” x 24”, 21” x 30”, or 24” x 36” and drawn in ink on reproducible Mylar
Title block to include: Owner(s) name, property designation, township, county, state, dates of actual survey, scale or
scale ration, name & address of surveyor preparing plat (project name bottom of plat)
Type north point (True, Grid, or Magnetic), deed book & page reference, detailed vicinity map, adjoining
landowners and streets
Surveyor’s Certificate NCGS 47-30(D) & (11)
Surveyor’s original signature, seal & registration number (no stick backs, computer generated okay)
Roads designated public or private
USGS Grid Tie (if monument established & within 2,000 ft.)
Minor Subdivision Checklist
Owners name and street address on plat
Names and location of adjoining subdivisions
Boundaries properly drawn with all bearings & distances, scale not less than 1” = 100’
Standard curve data (if applicable)
Location, purpose, & dimensions of areas used for other than residential (if applicable)
Type of water and sewer displayed on plat
Floodplain (100-year) displayed (note if not applicable)
404 Wetlands accurately delineated (if applicable, note if applicable)
“Dry” sewer installation (if applicable)
Recreation fee (if exempt from land area requirement)
All visible and apparent right-of-way, watercourses, utilities, roadways, and other improvements plotted
County Engineering Department letter submitted (if applicable)
County Environmental Health Department letter submitted (if applicable)
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority Comments
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Zoning Permit Application – Updated 02-2020
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
ZONING COMPLIANCE APPROVAL APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of a zoning permit application submitted through the county’s online
COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the flowchart
below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in reviewing the
application, are set out in Section 10.3.8 of the Unified Development Ordinance.
(Optional)
Pre-Application
Conference
(Optional)
Community
Information
Meeting
1
Application
Submittal &
Acceptance
2
Planning
Director Review
& Decision
Public Hearing
Scheduling &
Notification
Advisory Body
Review & Action
Decision-
Making Body
Review & Action
3
Post-Decision
Limitations and
Actions
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s)
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3. Proposed Work
4. Additional Information
Disturbed area in acres
Proposed impervious
Total square feet of work area
Cost
Proposed use
Proposed tenant or occupant
Application Checklist Applicant Initial Staff Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Permit fee
Site plan, including:
• Parcel boundaries
• Proposed structures or developed area(s)
• Setbacks
• Easements
• Special Flood Hazard Areas
• Location, species, and size of regulated trees
One copy of ALL documents. Additional hard copies may be required by staff
depending on the size of the document.
Provide description and scope of work.
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5. Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the permit for
which I am applying. I understand that the existing Official Zoning Map is presumed to be correct. I certify that
this application is complete and that all information presented in this application is accurate to the best of my
knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials;
2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments; and
3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
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Tree Removal Permit Application – Updated 02-2020
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
TREE REMOVAL PERMIT APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of the tree removal permit application submitted through the county’s
online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the flowchart
below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied in reviewing the
application, are set out in Section 10.3.9 of the Unified Development Ordinance.
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s)
3. Trees Proposed for Removal
Tree Classifications:
Regulated – Hardwood at least 8” diameter (DBH), conifers at least 12” diameter (DBH) and dogwood, American
hollies and flowering trees at least 4” diameter (DBH)
Significant – Hardwood and conifer trees at least 24” diameter (DBH) and dogwood, American hollies and flowering
trees at least 8” (DBH)
Specimen – any live oak tree that is 36” diameter at (DBH) or larger. Removal is prohibited unless exempt or by a
variance from the Board of Adjustment.
Total inches of regulated trees to be removed:
Total inches of significant trees to be removed:
Specimen tree inches approved for variance by Board of Adjustment (attach order):
Proposed method of mitigation:
• Replanting (inches)
• Payment into tree fund (inches)
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Application Checklist Applicant Initial Staff Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Tree survey
Site plan for development permit or approval
Landscape plan for replanting
One (1) digital PDF copy of ALL documents AND plans
4. Acknowledgement and Signatures
I certify that this application is complete and that all information presented in this application is accurate to the
best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials;
2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments; and
3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
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Floodplain Development Permit Application – Updated 02-
2020
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
FLOODPLAIN DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATION
If your project is determined to be in a Special Flood Hazard area, a floodplain development permit will be required.
The items required with application submittal are listed below. More specific requirements, as well as the standards to
be applied in reviewing the application, are set out in Article 9 of the Unified Development Ordinance.
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s) Total Parcel(s) Acreage
3. Description of proposed project
The nature, location, dimensions, and elevations of the area of development/disturbance; existing and proposed
structures, utility systems, grading/pavement areas, fill materials, storage areas, drainage facilities, and other
development.
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2020
Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the
listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. Applications determined to be
incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review.
Application Checklist Applicant Initial Staff Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Application fee: $25 residential use; $45 commercial use
Sealed Survey with all the following information:
• Boundary of the Special Flood Hazard Area as delineated on the FIRM
or other flood map
• Flood zone(s) designation of the proposed development area
• Boundary of the floodway(s) or non-encroachment area(s)
• Base Flood Elevation (BFE) where provided
• Old and new location of any watercourse that will be altered or
relocated as the result of proposed development
• Boundary and designation date of the Coastal Barrier Resource System
(CBRS) area or Otherwise Protected Area (OPA), if applicable
• Proposed elevation, and method thereof, of all development within a
Special Flood Hazard Area
• Certification of the survey by a registered land surveyor or professional
engineer.
Foundation Plan, drawn to scale, which shall include:
• Details of the proposed foundation system
• The proposed method of elevation (i.e., fill, solid foundation perimeter
wall, solid backfilled foundation, open foundation on
columns/posts/piers/piles/shear walls), if applicable
• Openings to facilitate automatic equalization of hydrostatic flood forces
on walls
In Coastal High Hazard Areas (V Zones and Coastal A Zones) the following
additional information shall be required:
• V Zone Certification with accompanying plans and specifications
verifying the engineered structure and any breakaway wall designs
• Plans for open wood, plastic, or other latticework or insect screening,
applicable
• Plans for nonstructural fill, if applicable. (If non-structural fill is
proposed, it must be demonstrated through coastal engineering analysis
that the proposed fill would not result in any increase in the BFE or
otherwise cause adverse impacts by wave ramping and deflection on to
the subject structure.)
• Usage details of any enclosed areas below the lowest floor.
One copy of ALL documents. Additional hard copies may be required by staff
depending on the size of the document.
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2020
4. Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the permit for
which I am applying. I certify that this application is complete and that all information presented in this
application is accurate to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials; and
2. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
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Variance Application – Updated 05-2021
NEW HANOVER COUNTY_____________________
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
ZONING & SUBDIVISION VARIANCE APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of a request for a zoning and/or subdivision variance. The application
submitted through the county’s online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of
applications for a variance are outlined in the flowchart below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as
well as the standards to be applied in reviewing the application, are set out in Section 10.3.11 of the Unified
Development Ordinance.
Public
Hearing
Procedures
(Optional)
Pre-Application
Conference
(Optional)
Community
Information
Meeting
1
Application
Submittal &
Acceptance
2
Planning
Director Review
& Staff Report
3
Public Hearing
Scheduling &
Notification
Advisory Body Review & Action
4
Board of
Adjustment
Hearing &
Decision
5
Post-Decision
Limitations and
Actions
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
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2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s)
3. Proposed Variance Narrative
Subject Zoning Regulation, Chapter and Section
In the space below, please provide a narrative of the application (attach additional pages if necessary).
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CRITERIA REQUIRED FOR APPROVAL OF A VARIANCE
The Board of Adjustment may grant a variance if it finds that strict application of the ordinance results in
an unnecessary hardship for the applicant, and if the variance is consistent with the spirit, purpose, and
intent of the ordinance. The applicant must explain, with reference to attached plans (where applicable),
how the proposed use meets these required findings (attach additional pages if necessary).
1. Unnecessary hardship would result from strict application of the ordinance. It shall not be necessary to
demonstrate that, in the absence of the variance, no reasonable use can be made of the property.
2. The hardship results from conditions that are peculiar to the property, such as location, size or topography.
Hardship resulting from personal circumstances, as well as hardships resulting from conditions that area common
to the neighborhood or general public, may not be the basis for granting a variance.
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3. The hardship did not result from actions taken by the applicant or the property owner. The act of purchasing
property with knowledge that circumstances exist that may justify the granting of a variance shall not be
regarded as a self-created hardship.
4. The requested variance is consistent with the spirit, purpose and intent of the ordinance, such that public
safety is secured, and substantial justice is achieved.
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Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the
listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. Applications determined to be
incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review.
Application Checklist Applicant Initial
󠄀 This application form, completed and signed
󠄀 Application fee: $400 per application
󠄀 Site plan or sketch illustrating the requested variance
󠄀 One (1) hard copy of ALL documents
󠄀 One (1) PDF copy of ALL documents
Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the variance
application for which I am applying. I understand that I have the burden of proving why this application meets
the required findings necessary for granting a variance. I certify that this application is complete and that all
information presented in this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials;
2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments;
3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application; and
4. Provide written consent to any and all conditions of approval.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
• The land owner or their attorney must be present for the case at the public hearing
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY_____________________
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
FLOODPLAIN VARIANCE APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of a request for a zoning and/or subdivision variance. The application
submitted through the county’s online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of
applications for a variance are outlined in the flowchart below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as
well as the standards to be applied in reviewing the application, are set out in Section 9.7.5 of the Unified Development
Ordinance.
Public
Hearing
Procedures
Pre-Application Conference
Community Information Meeting
1
Application
Submittal &
Acceptance
2
Planning
Director Review
& Staff Report
3
Public Hearing
Scheduling &
Notification
Advisory Body Review & Action
4
Board of
Adjustment
Hearing &
Decision
5
Post-Decision
Limitations and
Actions
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
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2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s)
3. Proposed Variance Narrative
Subject Zoning Regulation, Chapter and Section
In the space below, please provide a narrative of the application (attach additional pages if necessary).
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FLOODPLAIN VARIANCE CONSIDERATIONS
The Board of Adjustment shall consider the following factors when making a decision to grant a variance
in addition to all technical evaluations, relevant factors, and standards specified in Article 9: Flood
Damage Prevention. Please address each factor in regard to the requested variance, with reference to
attached plans (where applicable) (attach additional pages if necessary).
1. The danger that materials may be swept into other lands to the injury of others
2. The danger to life and property due to flooding or erosion damage
3. The susceptibility of the proposed facility and its contents to flood damage and the effect of such damage on
the individual owner
4. The importance of the services provided by the proposed facility to the community
5. The necessity of the facility of a waterfront location as defined in the County’s Stormwater Management
Ordinance, as a functionally dependent facility, where applicable.
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6. The availability of alternative locations, not subject to flooding or erosion damage, for the proposed use
7. The compatibility of the proposed use with existing and anticipated development
8. The safety of access to the property in times of flood for ordinary and emergency vehicles
9. The safety of access to the property in times of flood for ordinary and emergency vehicles
10. The expected heights, velocity, duration, rate of rise, and sediment transport of the floodwaters and the
effects of wave action, if applicable, expected at the site
11. The costs of providing governmental services during and after flood conditions including maintenance and
repair of public utilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical and water systems, and streets and
bridges
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Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the
listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. Applications determined to be
incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review.
Application Checklist Applicant Initial
󠄀 This application form, completed and signed
󠄀 Application fee: $400 per application
󠄀 Site plan or sketch illustrating the requested variance
󠄀 One (1) hard copy of ALL documents
󠄀 One (1) PDF copy of ALL documents
Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the variance
application for which I am applying. I understand that I have the burden of proving why this application meets
the required findings necessary for granting a variance. I certify that this application is complete and that all
information presented in this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials;
2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments;
3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application; and
4. Provide written consent to any and all conditions of approval.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
The land owner or their attorney must be present for the case at the public hearing.
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Reasonable Accommodation Application – Updated 2-2020
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of an application to appeal an administrative decision submitted
through the county’s online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications for
text amendments are outlined in the flowchart below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the
standards to be applied in reviewing the application, are set out in Section 10.3.13 of the Unified Development
Ordinance.
Public Hearing Procedures
(Optional)
Pre-Application
Conference
(Optional)
Community
Information
Meeting
1
Application
Submittal &
Acceptance
2
Planning
Director Review
& Staff Report
3
Public Hearing
Scheduling &
Notification
Advisory Body
Review & Action
4
Board of
Adjustment
Hearing &
Decision
5
Post-Decision
Limitations and
Actions
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage Summary of Special Exception Requested:
Applicant Tracking Information (This section completed by staff)
Case Number: Date/Time Received: Received by:
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Pre-Application Conference Encouraged: In order to assist petitioners through the process for filing a
request for special exceptions, petitioners are highly encouraged to attend a pre-application conference prior to
application submittal.
3. Request for Special Exception
In the space below, please describe the request for the reasonable accommodation, including the provisions of the
Unified Development Ordinance for which the accommodation is being requested. Applicants are advised to
demonstrate how the reasonable accommodation request
• Will be used by an individual or individuals with a disability or handicap protected under federal law;
• Is the minimum needed to provide accommodation; and
• Is reasonable and necessary.
Please attach additional pages if necessary.
Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the
listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. Applications determined to be
incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review.
Application Checklist Applicant Initial Staff Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Any supporting documentation
One hard copy of ALL documents. Additional hard copies may be required by staff depending on the size of the document/site plan
One digital PDF copy of ALL documents.
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4. Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the
reasonable accommodation for which I am applying. I certify that this application is complete and that all
information presented in this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials;
2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments; and
3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
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Administrative Appeal Application – Updated 2-2020
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
APPEAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE DECISION APPLICATION
This application form must be completed as part of an application to appeal an administrative decision submitted
through the county’s online COAST portal. The main procedural steps in the submittal and review of applications are
outlined in the flowchart below. More specific submittal and review requirements, as well as the standards to be applied
in reviewing the application, are set out in Section 10.3.14 of the Unified Development Ordinance.
Public
Hearing
Procedures
(Optional)
Pre-Application
Conference
(Optional)
Community
Information
Meeting
Application
Submittal &
Acceptance
Staff Review &
Action
2
Public Hearing
Scheduling &
Notification
Advisory Body Review & Action
3
Board of
Adjustment
Hearing & Decision
4
Post-Decision
Limitations and
Actions 1 Notice of Appeal
1. Applicant and Property Owner Information
Applicant/Agent Name Owner Name (if different from Applicant/Agent)
Company Company/Owner Name 2
Address Address
City, State, Zip City, State, Zip
Phone Phone
Email Email
2. Subject Property Information
Address/Location Parcel Identification Number(s)
Total Parcel(s) Acreage Existing Zoning and Use(s)
Applicant Tracking Information (This section completed by staff)
Case Number: Date/Time Received: Received by:
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3. Appeal Narrative
Action being appealed: Decision or Interpretation Notice of Violation
Date of decision/violation being appealed:
In the below space, please provide a narrative of the application including any evidence that proves the decision
should be reversed or modified by the Zoning Board of Adjustment (attach additional pages if necessary).
Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the
listed items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. Applications determined to be
incomplete must be corrected in order to be processed for further review.
Application Checklist Applicant Initial Staff Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Application fee: $400
Any supporting documentation
One hard copy of ALL documents. Additional hard copies may be required by staff
depending on the size of the document/site plan
One digital PDF copy of ALL documents.
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4. Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the appeal
for which I am applying. I understand that I have the burden of proving why the decision being appealed should
be reversed or modified. I certify that this application is complete and that all information presented in this
application is accurate to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
If applicable, I also appoint the applicant/agent as listed on this application to represent me and make decisions
on my behalf regarding this application during the review process. The applicant/agent is hereby authorized on
my behalf to:
1. Submit an application including all required supplemental information and materials;
2. Appear at public hearings to give representation and comments; and
3. Act on my behalf without limitations with regard to any and all things directly or indirectly connected with
or arising out of this application.
Signature of Property Owner(s) Print Name(s)
Signature of Applicant/Agent Print Name
Note: This form must be signed by the owner(s) of record. If there are multiple property owners, a signature is
required for each owner of record.
The property owner(s) or their attorney must be present for the case at the public hearing.
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Official Interpretation Application – Updated 2-2020
NEW HANOVER COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & LAND USE
230 Government Center Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
Telephone (910) 798-7165
FAX (910) 798-7053
planningdevelopment.nhcgov.com
OFFICIAL INTERPRETATION APPLICATION
This application form should be submitted directly to the Department of Planning & Land Use. The main procedural
steps in the submittal and review of applications are outlined in the flowchart below. More specific submittal and review
requirements are set out in Section 10.3.15 of the Unified Development Ordinance.
Public Hearing Procedures
(Optional)
Pre-Application
Conference
(Optional)
Community
Information
Meeting
1
Application
Submittal &
Acceptance
2
Planning
Director Review
& Staff Report
3
Public Hearing
Scheduling &
Notification
Advisory Body
Review & Action
4
Board of
Adjustment
Hearing &
Decision
5
Post-Decision
Limitations and
Actions
1. Applicant Information
Name
Company
Address
City, State, Zip
Phone
Email
Application Tracking Information (This section completed by staff)
Case Number: Date/Time received: Received by:
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2. Request for Interpretation Narrative
In the space below, please describe your request, including the specific provision of the Unified Development
Ordinance you wish to be officially interpreted (attach additional pages if necessary).
Staff will use the following checklist to determine the completeness of your application. Please verify all of the listed
items are included and confirm by initialing under “Applicant Initial”. Applications determined to be incomplete must
be corrected in order to be processed for further review.
Application Checklist Applicant Initial Staff Initial
This application form, completed and signed
Any supporting documentation
One hard copy of ALL documents. Additional hard copies may be required by
staff depending on the size of the document/site plan
One digital PDF copy of ALL documents.
4. Acknowledgement and Signatures
By my signature below, I understand and accept all of the conditions, limitations, and obligations of the
reasonable accommodation for which I am applying. I certify that this application is complete and that all
information presented in this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
Signature of Applicant(s) Print Name(s)